Save that day old bread and make this Air Fryer Homemade Breadcrumbs.
Just three ingredients and a little bit of time are all it takes to make delicious breadcrumbs for casseroles, meatloaf, chicken breading, and so much more.
Homemade breadcrumbs are super easy to make, and this is a wonderful way to use up your bread that has seen better days.
Learn how to make homemade pizza sauce, pancake mix, or even this Instant Pot dulce de leche.
Ingredients Needed
- Bread
- Smoked Paprika
- Thyme
How to Make Air Fryer Breadcrumbs
Full directions on how to make homemade bread crumbs are in the printable recipe card below. This is a quick walk through on how it is made.
Step 1: Start by cutting your white bread into one inch squares.
Step 2: Next add the bread to the air fryer basket and cook as directed.
Make sure to check the bread to ensure it does not burn.
TIP: If you do not have an air fryer you can bake your bread in the oven at 350 degrees. Use the same cooking method.
Step 3: Once the bread is toasted place in the blender, and add in the seasonings.
Blend to combine to make the bread into crumbs.
Step 4: Transfer the breadcrumbs to a jar and close the lid and seal.
Store in the fridge until ready to use.
Helpful Tips and Variations
- Make sure you cut your bread into squares that are similar in size. Otherwise you can get an uneven cook on the bread.
- If you do not have an air fryer you can bake your bread in the oven at 350 degrees. Use the same cooking method.
- Season your breadcrumbs with any of your favorite spices or do a plain breadcrumb. Feel free to flavor as you would like.
- You can use any bread you would like. Feel free to use white bread, wheat, sourdough, etc.
Ways to Use Breadcrumbs
- Breading fish, chicken, and other meats
- Dredge appetizers to fry or air fry for a crispy shell – try mozzarella sticks.
- Mix with meat for like meatloaf and other dishes
- Casseroles and More
Storing
You will want to store your breadcrumbs in an airtight container in the fridge.
It is very important to refrigerate as it is not shelf stable. This can be stored for a couple of weeks.
Can I double the batch?
Yes, you can double the batch. Just batch cook the bread and then toss it in the food processor or blender to pulse to get the consistency you want.
Will this work with gluten free bread?
Yes, you should be able to use gluten free bread no problem. Just follow the same directions. Watch the cook time as it might cook quicker than a traditional bread.
Can I use any spices I want to make my breadcrumbs?
Season your bread at the end of it being cooked. Then use any spices and herbs you would like. If you want a traditional Italian just add in some Italian seasoning.
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Air Fryer Breadcrumbs
Ingredients
- 4 slices white bread
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Cut slices of white bread into inch squares. No need to cut off the crust of the bread.
- Transfer the bread to the air fryer basket and roast at 340F for 6-7 minutes. After 5 minutes, you can check the bread to prevent burning.
- Place the toasted bread slices in a blender.
- Add smoked paprika and dried thyme to the blender as well. You can use other spices and herbs. Close the lid and grind in pulses of 10-15 seconds. After each pulse, check how finely crushed the crackers are.
- If you want to get a smaller crumb, grind the crackers longer.
- Transfer the finished breadcrumbs to a jar or container, tightly close the lid and use if necessary. To keep the crackers from getting damp, you can store them in the refrigerator. Can be used for breading fish, meat, appetizers, seafood, as well as for casseroles, minced meat and other dishes.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is automatically calculated with ingredients and serving size and may not be accurate. Please always double check with your own nutritional apps as well.
